How long do blackjack oaks live?

Similarly one may ask, how long do post oaks live?

Under ideal conditions, some species of oak tree live 150 years or more, but short-lived varieties die after about 50 to 60 years. Individual lifespans also depend on environmental conditions, pests and diseases, and commercial development. Oak trees can grow as tall and wide as 80 feet.

Subsequently, question is, is blackjack oak good firewood? The central and eastern portions of the state contain good firewood species, such as post oak or blackjack oak, which may not be suitable for manufacturing into more valuable wood products.

Likewise, how do you identify oak in blackjack?

Acorns are 3/4 inch long, with a shallow cup shaped like a goblet, and somewhat hairy. The nut is ovoid shape, yellow-brown, and striated. The twigs are thick, dark red-brown and hairy, and the trunk is almost all black with deep grooves and scaly plates.

Where are black oaks found?

eastern North America